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Our top choices for Kyoto boutique hotels

A room with a sofa, a chair, a lamp, a small table, and a bed in the background.

1. soyo-ne kyoto sanjo

soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (15 reviews)
"Very Clean room & comfortable stay & very good location ! Will recommend for a family trip ! "
United Kingdom
Kei Ying
The price is ₹28,714
₹31,585 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
soyo-ne kyoto sanjo
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2. STITCH HOTEL KYOTO

STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
4.0 star property
Shimogyo Ward
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (108 reviews)
"Clean rooms and friendly staff"
United States
Noah
The price is ₹56,405
₹62,045 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
STITCH HOTEL KYOTO
A modern living room with a sofa set, a coffee table, and a dining area.

3. Rinn Gion Shirakawa

Rinn Gion Shirakawa
2.5 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (86 reviews)
"We loved staying here and would definitely stay again if we visited Kyoto. Very friendly and helpful staff, amenities available to us were really useful and our room was perfect for what we needed. We also loved the convenient location to local temples, shopping, restaurants and multiple local train stations which made getting around very easy even with our baby. Very glad we chose to stay at this hotel and would recommend to anyone."
Australia
Adam
The price is ₹16,319
₹18,037 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Rinn Gion Shirakawa
A multi-story hotel with illuminated windows and a traditional facade.

4. Hotel ALZA KYOTO

Hotel ALZA KYOTO
4.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (524 reviews)
"Perfect boutique hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Dipali
The price is ₹20,157
₹22,172 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hotel ALZA KYOTO
A spacious living area with large windows, a modern sofa set, a coffee table, and a bookshelf.

5. Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER

Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
4.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (621 reviews)
"Great place to stay."
United States
neil
The price is ₹27,000
₹29,700 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Mitsui Garden Hotel Kyoto Sanjo PREMIER
A room with tatami mats, a low ceiling, and a view of a tree-lined path leading to a water body.

6. HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo

HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (189 reviews)
"Loved the hotel and location."
United States
Stephanie Kris
The price is ₹12,784
₹14,063 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
HANARE by Tokyu Stay Kyoto Sanjo
A modern outdoor area with a wooden fence, a stone basin, and a pathway.

7. Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura

Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (36 reviews)
"It was spacious, clean and had everything we needed. Beautiful garden patio view. The staff was so very friendly and helpful."
Canada
Patrick
The price is ₹20,705
₹22,775 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Tomoya Residence Hotel Kyoto Nijo Takakura
A modern hotel with large windows, a wooden entrance, and a well-lit interior.

8. Art Mon Zen Kyoto

Art Mon Zen Kyoto
3.0 star property
Gion
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (65 reviews)
"Location!"
United States
Alexander h
The price is ₹48,788
₹53,818 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Art Mon Zen Kyoto
A modern hotel entrance with large potted plants, a seating area, and a sign for Villa Sanjo Muramachi in Kyoto.

9. Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto

Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (318 reviews)
"Excellent hotel large rooms for Japan great locations and superb staff will stay again when next in Japan "
United States
Samantha
The price is ₹24,540
₹26,994 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
Villa Sanjo Muromachi Kyoto
A modern bathroom with a large bathtub, a showerhead, and a window providing natural light.

10. soyo-ka kyoto sanjo

soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (29 reviews)
"Great place, great location."
United States
Jeffery
The price is ₹29,843
₹32,827 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
soyo-ka kyoto sanjo
A large, symmetrical building with a central entrance, multiple windows, and a well-lit facade.

11. THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC

THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (955 reviews)
"Great location and room. Would stay here again."
United States
Nasreen
The price is ₹15,669
₹17,557 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
THE GATE HOTEL KYOTO TAKASEGAWA by HULIC
A traditional Japanese building with a wooden exterior, a tiled entrance, and a small garden area with rocks and plants.

12. Hotel Sugicho

Hotel Sugicho
2.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (93 reviews)
"- great location - room is huge and comfortable -very clean - staff are friendly - close to shopping and dining area - traditional style Japanese Ryokan, beautiful"
United States
Mei Fong
The price is ₹14,423
₹16,479 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
Hotel Sugicho
A modern lounge area with a central fire feature, comfortable seating, and large windows offering city views.

13. The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto

The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,006 reviews)
"Wonderful little hotel in a great location."
Canada
Peter
The price is ₹13,328
₹14,777 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
The Royal Park Hotel Iconic Kyoto
A modern interior with a dining area, bar, and seating.

14. insomnia KYOTO OIKE

insomnia KYOTO OIKE
3.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (412 reviews)
"Amazing location, very clean, would definitely recommend!"
Canada
Logan
The price is ₹9,397
₹10,336 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
insomnia KYOTO OIKE
A modern building with a glass facade, a water feature, and a stone pathway.

15. Cross Hotel Kyoto

Cross Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (2,507 reviews)
"Clean hotel in a great location."
United Kingdom
Andrew
The price is ₹16,528
₹18,543 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Cross Hotel Kyoto
A modern interior with a central potted plant, wooden paneling, and a staircase in the background.

16. Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi

Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
3.5 star property
Shimogyo Ward
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,687 reviews)
"Great hotel and staff. Lovely designs too"
Canada
Kareem
The price is ₹12,534
₹13,787 total
8 Nov - 9 Nov
Hotel Forza Kyoto Shijo Kawaramachi
A hotel room with a bed, desk, chairs, and a large window.

17. Hotel Gion Misen

Hotel Gion Misen
3.5 star property
Gion
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (557 reviews)
"Great location! Small hotel, amazing traditional Japanese breakfast, easy walking to all cool spots."
United States
Yulia
The price is ₹19,003
₹21,983 total
13 Nov - 14 Nov
Hotel Gion Misen
A spacious lobby with a wooden staircase, seating area, and a large wall-mounted artwork.

18. Ace Hotel Kyoto

Ace Hotel Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (1,000 reviews)
"Beautiful property, great food, great vibes — very unique and fun place to stay!"
United States
Carlos
The price is ₹30,013
₹33,174 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
Ace Hotel Kyoto
A modern hotel room with a large window, a bed with white bedding, and a wall-mounted light fixture.

19. Hyatt Place Kyoto

Hyatt Place Kyoto
4.0 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (852 reviews)
"Perfect location, nice family room"
United States
Cristian
The price is ₹10,198
₹12,339 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
Hyatt Place Kyoto
A wooden hot tub with water, set against a backdrop of a wooden cabinet and a tiled floor.

20. nol kyoto sanjo

nol kyoto sanjo
3.5 star property
Downtown Kyoto
9.6 out of 10, Exceptional, (417 reviews)
"Great location and friendly staff. Love the design of the hotel!"
United States
Michael
The price is ₹28,390
₹31,229 total
7 Dec - 8 Dec
nol kyoto sanjo
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Top Kyoto Hotel Reviews

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

10/10 Excellent
"Small but clean room with comfortable beds and clean modern bathroom. Good breakfast and great location."
Richard 3-night trip
Posted 4 hours ago
The Royal Park Hotel Kyoto Sanjo

Frequently asked questions

What's the best boutique-style accommodation in Kyoto?
Hotel Kanra Kyoto is a favourite hotel with our travellers looking for stylish accommodation, and features 68 guestrooms, a full-service spa and massages. If you want to stay at a boutique hotel, also consider The Screen.
What's there to see and do in Kyoto?
Visitors speak positively about this destination's cultural attractions, temples and interesting historical sites. Experience the cultural highlights around Kyoto with a visit to Pontocho's Kaburenjo Theater, Museum of Kyoto and Samurai and Ninja Museum. While you're here, you might also like to explore more of the area and take in additional sights like Kiyamachi Street, Teramachi Street and Pontocho Alley.
What kind of weather should I plan for when I travel to Kyoto?
Getting an idea of what to expect from the weather in Kyoto is important when planning your trip. The hottest months are usually August and July, with an average temperature of 24°C, while the coldest months are January and February, with an average of 5°C. The rainiest months in Kyoto are July, June, September and October, with each month seeing an average of 206 mm of rainfall.
What's the best way to get to my boutique hotel in Kyoto?
You have a few options for transportation to and around Kyoto. The closest major airport is Osaka (ITM-Itami), which is located 24 mi (38.6 km) away. You can walk to nearby metro stations including Shiyakusho-mae Station, Sanjo Keihan Station and Karasuma Oike Station.

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